Linebacker Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16 |
|
6-6
215lbs
4.56
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-6 | 4.56 | 53 | 466.5 |
77.5
|
Gentry has quickness in his hands and uses his length effectively. He plays bigger than his listed size, with the functional strength and... |
6 |
|
6-1
210lbs
4.58
|
LB/ED |
|
210lbs | 6-1 | 4.58 | 4 | 53 |
83.1
|
Good closing speed with long arms to drag down quarterbacks and running backs. The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline... |
39 |
|
6-4
238lbs
4.58
|
LB |
|
238lbs | 6-4 | 4.58 | 111 | 791.5 |
20.0
|
Reese disrupts plays in the backfield regularly. He also has the agility and pure speed to cover sideline to sideline, moving like a safety... |
12 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.60
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.60 | 36 | 345.3 |
80.6
|
Moore projects as a high-upside edge rusher in the NFL, with the potential to make an immediate impact as a situational pass rusher. His... |
3 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 2 | 42.5 |
84.5
|
A high-ceiling, three-down linebacker prospect with the versatility to fit multiple defensive schemes. Displays the range and athleticism... |
23 |
|
6-1
221lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
221lbs | 6-1 | 4.60 | 66 | 536 |
67.2
|
Kollie faces an uphill battle to carve out a role in the NFL. His tweener frame and limited collegiate production suggest he'll likely be a... |
31 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 95 | 710 |
56.8
|
Greet feel in coverage. Often arrives at the receiver at the same time as the ball, giving up few yards after the catch. Possesses... |
22 |
|
6-2
216lbs
4.61
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-2 | 4.61 | 35 | 341.5 |
67.2
|
Best attribute. Extreme quickness off the edge, has the flexibility to turn the corner. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker... |
2 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 8 | 76.3 |
85.1
|
Possesses strong upper body to be explosive and create turnovers as a tackler. Takes aggressive angles to the ball. Closes quickly on... |
29 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.64
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.64 | 80 | 613.5 |
59.3
|
Keeps feet moving after initial contact. Jumps inside as a counter to typical rush, but needs to show a larger variety of moves. Flashes... |
26 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 61 | 517.5 |
63.6
|
Showed initial quickness and good flexibility to dip and bend. Simon has active hands and suddenness to his movements, demonstrating the... |
24 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 64 | 535 |
65.8
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off... |